The Western Regional Police Command has apprehended 11 individuals involved in illegal mining operations along the Bonsa riverbank in the Western Region.
The arrests, made on March 31, 2025, were the result of ongoing intelligence-driven operations targeting the destructive practice.
The suspects include seven Ghanaians and four Chinese nationals. Among them, five individuals—Wei Qinwei, Yao Yongji, Nsoh Oto (alias Agologo), Kwadwo George (alias Sergio), and Emmanuel Van (alias Atta)—were detained at a mining site in Bonsa.
The remaining six—Nuang Shichuan, Huang Xinbao, Douglas Ayambilla, Elvis Aborta, Michael Tettey Komlorm, and Ibrahim Dauda—were apprehended at another site in Wassa Agona.
All suspects are currently in police custody and will soon face legal proceedings, police say.
The Ghana Police Service has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding law and order, assuring the public, especially those in the Western Region, of its relentless dedication to curbing illegal activities and ensuring security within the region.
The fight against illegal mining, also known as “galamsey,” continues to be a top priority as authorities strive to protect Ghana’s environment and natural resources. The police have called on citizens to support their efforts by reporting any suspicious activities.
